West Africa - Burkina Faso (Chapter)

8th Edition Sep 2013

This is the Burkina Faso chapter from Lonely Planet's West Africa guidebook.

Burkina Faso's big draws are its enchanting landscapes - from atmospheric Sahelian plains, to rolling savannah and surprising geology - and the lively cultural scene. Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso are famous for their musical traditions and beautiful handicrafts.